Entry Word: exculpate

Function: verb

Meaning: to free from a charge of wrongdoing <I will present evidence that will exculpate my client>

Synonyms absolve, acquit, clear, exonerate, vindicate

Related Words atone (for), expiate; discharge, liberate, redeem, release, unburden; condone, excuse, forgive, pardon, remit; avenge, redress, revenge

Near Antonyms accuse, arraign, charge, impeach, indict; convict

Antonyms incriminate